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- 09 Marerato in Amazing Places | 1 COMMENT
The most beautiful castles in Wales
Pembroke Castle ©Andrew Last/Flickr
With more than 600 – yes, six hundred – castles in the country, Wales is sometimes referred to as the Capital of Castles. Many of them are ruins, others are restored and even used as homes, but they are all amazing!
Read about some of the most beautiful castles in Wales but first watch the short video about the beauties of this amazing land. …
- 27 Seperato in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
Top reasons to visit Great Britain any time
Eilean Donan Castle ©visitbritain.com
While watching the below video I was constantly waiting for the phrase ‘Britain is Great’ to be uttered. Because it would be so true! So here are my top reasons to visit Great Britain – any time!
Apart from the obvious reasons – mystical countryside, beautiful landscapes that give you the goosebumps, ancient history absorbed in everything and so on – how often does Dame Judi Dench and Jamie Oliver invite you anywhere? Watch the video and see if your reasons to visit Britain are the same as mine… …
- 16 Febandra88 in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
The best attractions in Slovakia
Spiš Castle, photo by Ronnie MacDonald on Flickr
Tiny Slovakia is easy to miss on the map of Europe, and it is even easier to forget about it when planning a holiday. And that is a huge loss for the potential traveler who overlooks Slovakia in favor of its far more famous but not necessarily more interesting neighbors. Whether it comes to politics or tourism, Slovakia is pretty quiet and unassuming, despite having more than enough attractions to boast of.
The snowy peaks of the Tatras mountains, the nine national parks, countless caves and waterfalls, and more chateaus and castles per capita than any other country in the world. Cosmopolitan cities with great nightlife are also part of the mix, as well as some world famous spas. Here are some of the best attractions in Slovakia, Europe’s underrated gem. …
- 11 Dec
The best castle towns in the world
Rothenburg ob der Tauber, photo by Destination Europe on Flickr
In ages past, when castles were being built by the hundreds, little towns would often spring up around them, leaching off the wealth and protection of the castle’s lords and ladies.
And while castle towns are a fixture in most European countrie, they are not limited to the Old World. Pretty towns with large castles looming over them can be found all over the world, and if the castle is interesting, then the community built around it is no less intriguing.
If you feel like taking a step back in time to the glorious days of Medieval Europe or Asia, and even North America (without getting acquainted with any of the horrors of the Middle Ages), then take a trip to some of the best castle towns in the world. …
- 22 Novtomtum in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
The best castle hotels in Europe
Ashford Castle, photo by John Menard
Not many of us can afford to buy a castle, but I’m sure there are quite a few travelers who have wondered about what it would be like to slip into the shoes of royalty and aristocracy for a few days at least. If you’re still waiting for that lottery win to buy your dream castle in Europe, you could get a taster of that kind of luxurious life by staying at a castle hotels.
Sure, you won’t have the whole castle to yourself, but you will be treated like royalty while you’re a guest there. If you want to pamper yourself and daydream about a future of excess and riches, then you could stay at one of the best castle hotels in Europe. …
- 03 Novlizzy_a in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 sights in Albania
A beautiful girl enjoying her day in Albania
It’s no secret that Albania is one of the most underrated destinations in Eastern Europe, and yet tourism has found its way into this gem of the Balkans that only a few decades ago was still locked down by communism.
The Albania of today is awakening from a long slumber, which is not necessarily a good thing if you yearn for unspoiled beaches and car-free towns, like in the good old days.
But Albania has preserved its unique culture, and has tons of things to offer for those looking for interesting attractions that contain the flavor of a country. Here are top 5 sights in Albania, one of the most hospitable countries in the Balkans. …
- 12 Aug
Top 5 scary things to do this summer
Trift Glacier Bridge, photo by Vasile Cotovanu
Scary is not always bad, it can also be a good kind of scary. Ask any thrill seeker, and they will tell you that being scared is their favorite state of mind. If you wouldn’t mind a few thrills of your own, we’re not about to suggest that you should do something truly dangerous, like swim in shark infested waters or something similar.
On the contrary, thrill seekers usually take all the necessary precautions that will ensure that they will be around for more thrills next time. So if you’re done with tame, everyday travel experiences, here are top 5 scary things to do this summer that will put some spice in your life. …
- 09 Aug
Top 5 unique things to do in New Zealand
New Zealand is a place of exceptional natural beauty, and there’s no doubt that it is one of the most beautiful places on the planet. So naturally, most of the people visiting the country travel there in order to see at least some of the impressive natural wonders that New Zealand can boast of.Of course, the stunning natural assets of the country are well worth seeing, but there is more that you can do in New Zealand, in addition to hiking or walking. Whether you are interested in unusual activities, extreme experiences or just wandering off the beaten track, New Zealand will not disappoint you. Here are top 5 unique things to do in New Zealand. …
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